school are using the results from NAPLAN on an individual basis when making decisions regarding enrolment. Tests results are directly linked to federal funding agreements with the states. The delay between testing and the release of results has been criticised for taking too long to be useful within the same year. The test results have shown that since 2008 Year 3 students have gained at reading, grammar and writing skills. They have also revealed that improvements in spelling and numeracy were achieved by Year 5 students while the writing skills of Year 7 and 9 students have declined. Availability of past tests The 2012-2016 test are available. The 2008-2011 tests are available, copies are also available from The Wayback Machine. See also Education in Australia Grading systems by country References External links National reports Example tests NAPLAN practice tests and worksheets The impacts of high stakes testing on school students and their families 2012 Literature Review Teachers' Guide to using NAPLAN data diagnostically 13 September 2013. Standardised tests in Australia 2008 introductions Controversies in Australia